HB4661Introduced in the House of Delegates
Allowing death penalty for intentionally killing law-enforcement officer or first responder in line of duty
Introduced by Eric Brooks, District 45
What does this bill do?
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Official description
The purpose of this bill is to provide for the death penalty in limited circumstances; the bill provides for procedures and standards applicable thereto, and automatic review of the penalty, for commission of murder in the first degree. Procedures for carrying out the death sentence are established.
Where it stands
To House Judiciary
January 21, 2026
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Judiciary then Finance
Introduced in House
To House Judiciary
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